Fort Worth announced its new city manager in a historical moment for the city. Dallas is still looking for a city manager and a new police chief. In Austin, the Speaker’s race continues. Jack Fink speaks to the Plano Mayor about the city’s economic development. He also asks pollster Ross Hunt about what’s next for Republicans and Democrats. These stories are in the latest episode of Eye On Politics. (Original air date: December 15, 2024.)
Leadership changes in Dallas and Fort Worth
In Fort Worth, the city approved hiring Jay Chapa as the next city manager . Chapa is the first Hispanic to be hired for the position. He previously served as a Deputy City Manager and Director of Housing and Economic Development during his two decades of work with the city of Fort Worth. He’s expected to start his role in late January with one big decision ahead: replacing Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes, set to retire in May of next year.